1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | CX |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
